Boston Bruins vs New Jersey Devils Prediction

ATS PREDICTION

Boston Bruins Win

Predicted: Boston Bruins 4 - 3 New Jersey Devils

⚡68%

The Boston Bruins, despite a recent slump, clinched a playoff spot and will be playing their final regular-season game at home, aiming to build momentum. They snapped a five-game losing streak with a win on April 12. The New Jersey Devils are eliminated from playoff contention and are severely hampered by key injuries, including their starting goaltender Jacob Markstrom and defenseman Luke Hughes, both out for the season. While the Devils have shown some fight recently with a few wins, the Bruins' home-ice advantage and desire to finish strong against a depleted opponent should lead to a victory. The head-to-head record also slightly favors Boston (12-6 in the last 20 games).

SPREAD PREDICTION

New Jersey Devils +1.5 (+1.5)

60%

Despite predicting a Bruins win, their recent form has been inconsistent, with many games being close or going to overtime. They've struggled to win by large margins, as evidenced by their five-game losing streak (snapped by a 3-2 win). The Devils, even with their extensive injury list, have demonstrated an ability to keep games competitive, including a 4-3 overtime win against the Bruins on March 16, 2026. With the Bruins potentially not playing with maximum intensity having already clinched a playoff spot, the Devils could keep the score within a one-goal margin.

TOTAL PREDICTION

Over 6.5

75%

The New Jersey Devils are missing their starting goaltender Jacob Markstrom, which significantly impacts their defensive solidity. Their recent games have seen a fair number of goals, both for and against (e.g., 5-3, 2-5, 1-5, 3-0, 3-4 SO, 7-3, 4-3 OT). The Bruins, while defensively capable, have also been involved in some higher-scoring affairs recently (e.g., 5-6 OT, 6-3). With the Devils' goaltending situation and both teams having less pressure (Bruins clinched, Devils eliminated), an open game with multiple goals from both sides is a strong possibility, pushing the total over 6.5.

💰 Sharp Money

Could be leaning towards the Devils +1.5 due to the Bruins' recent struggles to cover spreads and the Devils' ability to stay in games. Line movement: Expect the Bruins' moneyline to be favored, but the spread might see some movement if there's significant action on the Devils to keep it close. The total line might lean towards the over given the Devils' goaltending situation.